1994 BMW 840 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 840. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 840 would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 BMW 840 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 840 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Touareg. (225 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 516 kg more than 1994 BMW 840.
Because 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 BMW 840. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW 840. (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW 840.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW 840 | 2011 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 840 | Touareg |
Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2256 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4796 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1941 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2893 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |